Read after the recording, paying attention to the pronunciation, intonation and stress of the words. Dreams By Langston Hughes Hold fast to dreams For if dreams die Life is a broken-winged bird That can never fly. Hold fast to dreams For when dreams go Life is a barren field Frozen only with snow. language and culture tip Langston Hughes (February 1, 1902—May 22, 1967): an American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright and columnist. His poetry portrayed the lives of the working-class blacks in America, lives he portrayed as full of struggle, joy, laughter and music. word tips shovel n.铲;铁锹 rake n. (长柄)耙;钉齿耙 faucet n.〈 美〉水龙头,开关 handyman n.善于做室内外杂活的人;手巧的人